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Somerset travel guide

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You're Going to Love Somerset

With a population of 22,083, Somerset is a must-see destination in New Jersey, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Somerset has to offer.

Where to Eat in Somerset

If you’re looking for affordable options, Sophie's Bistro (700 Hamilton Street) and Luca's Ristorante of Somerset (2019 State Highway 27) are great picks.

When to visit Somerset

Somerset in March
Estimated hotel price
$128
1 night at 3-star hotel
Somerset in March
Estimated hotel price
$128
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Somerset

Plane

Although Somerset doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Morristown (MMU), which is located 21 miles from Somerset. The shortest domestic flight to Somerset departs from Charleston and takes around 1h 55m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Somerset, followed by Lufthansa. The train journey from Somerset to Philadelphia takes 1h 01m and costs around $11 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from New Haven, expect to pay about $11 for a 1h 37m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Somerset is to pick up a car rental from New York, which is about 32 miles from Somerset. You’ll find branches of Turo and Payless, among others, in New York.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Somerset, including Greyhound, OurBus and FlixBus. From Andalusia, the bus ride to Somerset takes 80 miles and will cost you around $16. From Andalusia, the ticket costs about $35 for a journey of 90 miles.

Plane

Although Somerset doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Morristown (MMU), which is located 21 miles from Somerset. The shortest domestic flight to Somerset departs from Charleston and takes around 1h 55m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Somerset, followed by Lufthansa. The train journey from Somerset to Philadelphia takes 1h 01m and costs around $11 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from New Haven, expect to pay about $11 for a 1h 37m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Somerset is to pick up a car rental from New York, which is about 32 miles from Somerset. You’ll find branches of Turo and Payless, among others, in New York.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Somerset, including Greyhound, OurBus and FlixBus. From Andalusia, the bus ride to Somerset takes 80 miles and will cost you around $16. From Andalusia, the ticket costs about $35 for a journey of 90 miles.

Airports near Somerset

MMUMorristown
TTNTrenton-Mercer

Airlines serving Somerset

Lufthansa
Good (7,045 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,845 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,588 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,934 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,791 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,701 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,447 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (781 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,696 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,217 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,564 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,252 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,349 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (346 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,069 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,275 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,973 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,852 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,203 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Somerset

Most booked hotels in Somerset

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Embassy Suites by Hilton Piscataway Somerset
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 971 reviews)
$146+
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Crowne Plaza Edison
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, 816 reviews)
$126+
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Courtyard by Marriott Somerset
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, 539 reviews)
$132+
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Hyatt Regency New Brunswick
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, 756 reviews)
$139+
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Delta Hotels by Marriott Somerset
4 stars
Good (7.9, 104 reviews)
$154+
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Sonesta Simply Suites Somerset
3 stars
Good (7.7, 553 reviews)
$78+
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Renting a car in Somerset

Renting a car in Somerset costs $67 per day, on average, or $201 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Somerset (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51. The most frequently booked car type in Somerset is Intermediate (Chevrolet Bolt EUV or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Supplier choice rental cars (Class Special Car or similar) are, on average, 68% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Somerset costs $67 per day, on average, or $201 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Somerset (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51. The most frequently booked car type in Somerset is Intermediate (Chevrolet Bolt EUV or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Supplier choice rental cars (Class Special Car or similar) are, on average, 68% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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